Large Münsterländer
The Large Münsterländer is essentially a black-and-white German Longhaired Pointer — it was developed when the German Longhaired Pointer breed standard was changed to exclude black-and-white colouring in 1919 (the original standard had allowed all colours).
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Origin
Germany
Lifespan
10–13 years
Weight
25–32 kg (55–70 lbs)
Height
58–65 cm (23–26 in)
Exercise
40 to 60 min/day
Diet
Omnivore — high-quality food for an active large gun dog.
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
The Story
The Large Münsterländer is essentially a black-and-white German Longhaired Pointer — it was developed when the German Longhaired Pointer breed standard was changed to exclude black-and-white colouring in 1919 (the original standard had allowed all colours). Breeders who had been working with the black-and-white lines refused to abandon their dogs and formed the Large Münsterländer club, establishing it as an independent breed. The result is a versatile, elegant gun dog that is always black and white, with a flowing coat and excellent working ability across all hunting disciplines.
Also Known As
Quick Facts
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Physical Profile
Source: wikimedia
An elegant, large gun dog — always black and white with a black head (usually with a white blaze), black patches on a white body, and a flowing semi-long coat with feathering on the ears, legs, and tail. The overall impression is of a handsome, capable working dog.
Grooming
Moderate
Shedding
Moderate
Brushing
2-3x-Weekly
Bathing
Every-4-6-Weeks
Coat Colors
Recognized By
Source: wikimedia
Temperament & Personality
Loyal, affectionate, and calm — an excellent family dog that is also a capable all-round hunting companion. Gentle and patient. Gets on well with children and other dogs.
Personality Scores
Adaptability
3/5Attention Need
3/5Friendliness
4/5Playfulness
4/5Protectiveness
2/5Living Profile
Ideal Space
House-Large-Garden
Daily Exercise
40 to 60 min/day
Ideal Weather
-5°C to 25°C
Cognitive Benchmarks
Adaptability
30%
Attention
30%
Playfulness
40%
Communication Style
Stress Signals
restlessness, mouthing, clinginess
Care & Wellness
Professional Care Protocol
- •1.5–2 hours vigorous exercise daily. Brushing 2–3 times weekly. Ear cleaning weekly. Thrives in both field sports and family life.
Nutrition Notes
Larger than Small Munsterlander. Healthy. Joint supplements.
Vaccination Schedule
Vaccination Schedule
Senior Care
Hip dysplasia. Ear infections. Generally healthy. Always black-and-white. 12-13 years.
Wellbeing Activities
Nutrition & Sustenance
Daily Calories (Adult)
1400 kcal
Daily Calories (Young)
1000 kcal
Recommended Foods
Foods to Avoid
Health Overview
Hip and elbow dysplasia. Osteochondrosis dissecans (OCD — joint condition). Progressive retinal atrophy.
Common Conditions
Price Estimates
Pricing Guide
Average estimates as of 2025
Always black-and-white. India: unavailable.
Purchase Price
$1,000 to $2,500
Adoption Fee
$100 to $400
Data from 2025
Fun Facts
The Large Münsterländer owes its existence to a dispute about coat colour — when the German Longhaired Pointer breed standard was changed in 1919 to exclude black-and-white dogs, the breeders of these dogs simply founded a new breed club rather than giving up their black-and-white lines.
